Tipton, Tennessee facts for kids
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Tipton, Tennessee
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 Tipton, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Tipton, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Tipton |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38071
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| Area code(s) | 901 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1272678 |
Tipton is a friendly neighborhood located in the town of Atoka. It's part of Tipton County in the state of Tennessee, United States. Tipton used to be its own separate area, known as an unincorporated community. Now, it is a neighborhood within Atoka.
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About Tipton Neighborhood
A neighborhood is a part of a town or city where people live. Tipton has its own post office, which is a building where you can send and receive mail. This post office uses a special number called a ZIP code, which for Tipton is 38071.
Where is Tipton Located?
Tipton is found in the western part of Tennessee. It is specifically located within Tipton County. This county is named after Jacob Tipton, an early American pioneer.
Tipton's Place in Atoka
Atoka is a town in Tipton County. Tipton is now a part of this growing town. Being a neighborhood means it shares services and local government with Atoka. This helps the community work together.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
Before Tipton became a neighborhood in Atoka, it was an "unincorporated community." This means it was a place where people lived, but it didn't have its own local government. It was not officially a city or town.
From Community to Neighborhood
When an unincorporated community like Tipton becomes part of a larger town, it changes. It then becomes a neighborhood. This change often happens as towns grow and expand. It helps to organize services like roads and police.
The Importance of a Post Office
Having its own post office is special for Tipton. A post office helps people send letters and packages. It also makes sure mail gets delivered to the right homes and businesses in the area. The ZIP code helps sort mail quickly.
